1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1471 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Prisma | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 127 L |
